11/04/2023
| Audience: Operational personnel only
| Status: For Information
| Ngā Tai ki te Puku (previously Region 2),
Te Ūpoko (previously Region 3),
Te Hiku (previously Region 1),
Te Ihu (previously Region 4),
Te Kei (previously Region 5)
We are recruiting for Technicians and Logistics personnel for USAR. Successful applicants must have completed the CAT-1R or an equivalent course before they start the USAR CAT-2 Technicians and Logistics course.
04/04/2023
| Audience: Operational personnel only
| Status: For Information
| Ngā Tai ki te Puku (previously Region 2),
Te Ūpoko (previously Region 3),
Te Kei (previously Region 5)
In December 2022, we called for expressions of interest for the first three SWR teams. We are now calling for expressions of interest from applicants in Te Kei, Ngā Tai ki te Puku, and Napier and Palmerston North in Te Ūpoko for the second three teams.
06/03/2020
| Audience: All Personnel
| Status: For Information
| Te Kei (previously Region 5)
Everyday is Women's Day but specially today we want to say THANK YOU!
27/09/2019
| Audience: All Personnel
| Status: For Information
| Te Kei (previously Region 5)
Being physically active every day is great for our bodies and minds and today's message is from SFF Sean Stocker from Lookout Point Station.
26/09/2019
| Audience: All Personnel
| Status: For Information
| Te Kei (previously Region 5)
Being curious and seeking out new experiences positively stimulates the brain.Setting goals, being open to new ideas and continuing to learn throughout life helps boost wellbeing and build resilience.Today's message is from Rural Firefighter Jan Carter from Hampden Voluntary Rural Fire Brigade.
25/09/2019
| Audience: All Personnel
| Status: For Information
| Te Kei (previously Region 5)
Paying more attention to the present moment, to thoughts and feelings and to the world around us can boost our wellbeing.Today's message is from Senior Firefighter Kris Kennett from Lookout Point Station and his beautiful daughter Sophie.
24/09/2019
| Audience: All Personnel
| Status: For Information
| Te Kei (previously Region 5)
Giving make us feel good.Carrying out acts of kindness, whether small or large, can increase happiness, life satisfaction and general sense of wellbeing.Here is the video message from Volunteer Firefighter Jude Patterson from Lawrence Brigade.
23/09/2019
| Audience: All Personnel
| Status: For Information
| Te Kei (previously Region 5)
Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) Day 1 - Connect, Me Whakawhanaunga
23/09/2019
| Audience: All Personnel
| Status: For Information
| Te Kei (previously Region 5)
Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) starts today!
20/02/2019
| Audience: All Personnel
| Status: For Information
| Te Kei (previously Region 5)
The Waterway Challenge has been an enduring UFBA tradition since it was first introduced back in 1885. It's an opportunity to put hose-running and pump-operating skills to the test in a fun and competitive environment.Competing in teams of two and four, the Volunteer Firefighters took part in a range of exercises designed to demonstrate their professional skills in Mosgiel last weekend.Get an insight into the fascinating and active world of Otago and Southland Waterway Firefighting Competition.